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Special SAWDB Executive Committee Meeting Public Notice - June 1, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF SPECIAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING SOUTHWESTERN AREA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD The Executive Committee for The Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board will meet on Monday, June 1, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. (MDT) at America's Job Center 226 S. Alameda Blvd. Las Cruces, NM 88005 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 895 2917 7224 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89529177224 C
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May 29, 2026 Office Closure
All America’s Job Center New Mexico offices will be closed on Friday, May 29, 2026, due to a statewide technology upgrade and cloud migration by the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions. Department websites and online systems will be temporarily unavailable during this transition. This upgrade is designed to improve system reliability, security, and overall performance to better serve New Mexico job seekers and employers. Offices will reopen on Monday, June 1, 2026.
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May 25, 2026 Holiday Closure
Memorial Day Remember and Honor America's Job Center New Mexico will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026. Visit our website to connect with your nearest America's Job Center New Mexico: www.EmployNM.com/offices
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AJC in Deming Lunch Closure - May 21, 2026
America's Job Center at 322 E. Oak St. in Deming will be closed from 12PM to 1PM on Thursday, May 21, 2026, for a staff luncheon. Visit our website to connect with your nearest America's Job Center: www.EmployNM.com/offices
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Region IV, Chief Elected Officials Meeting Public Notice - June 5, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF REGION IV, CHIEF ELECTED OFFICIALS MEETING REGION IV, CHIEF ELECTED OFFICIALS The Region IV, Chief Elected Officials will meet on: Friday, June 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. (MDT) at America's Job Center 226 S. Alameda Blvd. Las Cruces, NM 88005 To join the meeting by phone, dial: (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 816 5490 0103 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81654900103 Copies of the agenda can be obtained at...
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SAWDB Monitoring / Performance Committee Meeting Agenda - May 11, 2026
Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board Monitoring / Performance Committee Meeting Agenda Virtual Meeting via Zoom or Phone To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 870 2316 6327 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87023166327 Monday, May 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. (MDT) Ms. Kim Skinner—Chair Mr. Anton Salome—Vice-Chair I. Call to Order II. Welcome III. Roll Call and Abstentions (If necessary, Chair'
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Unemployment Insurance & Job Seeker Assistance in Hatch, NM - Every Tuesday
America's Job Center New Mexico connects employers with career seekers. View the Unemployment Insurance & Job Seeker Assistance schedule below and stop by to meet the region's workforce experts to learn what services are available to you. Dates and/or times may change. Please check back for the latest information. Are you a job seeker? Do you know about the New Mexico Jobs Online System (NMJOBS)? This is the State website where employers all over New Mexico post their job vac
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Unemployment Insurance & Employment Services Assistance in Columbus, NM - Every Wednesday
America's Job Center New Mexico connects employers with career seekers. View the Unemployment Insurance & Job Seeker Assistance schedule below and stop by to meet the region's workforce experts to learn what services are available to you. Dates and/or times may change. Please check back for the latest information. Are you a job seeker? Do you know about the New Mexico Jobs Online System (NMJOBS)? This is the State website where employers all over New Mexico post their job vac
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Career Essentials Events
View the Career Essentials event schedule below and REGISTER for your one-on-one Career Essentials session. Stop by to meet the region's workforce experts to learn what services are available to you. Career Essentials events are taking place across the Southwestern region. Workforce experts are helping job seekers get back to work. Register in the New Mexico Jobs Online System and receive one-on-one employment assistance, including job search/job referrals, program referrals,
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SAWDB Monitoring/Performance Committee Meeting Public Notice - May 11, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF MONITORING / PERFORMANCE COMMITTEE MEETING SOUTHWESTERN AREA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD The Monitoring / Performance Committee for The Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board will meet on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. (MDT) at Mesilla Town Hall 2231 Avenida de Mesilla Mesilla, NM 88046 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 870 2316 6327 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to https://us02web.zoom.
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SAWDB Youth and Young Adult Committee Meeting Agenda - April 21, 2026
Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board Youth and Young Adult Committee Meeting Agenda Mesilla Town Hall 2231 Avenida de Mesilla Mesilla, NM 88046 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 830 5808 8015 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83058088015 Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (MDT) Ms. Debbie Schoonover—Chair Ms. Cassie Arias-Ward—Vice-Chair I. Call to Order II. Welcome III. Roll Call
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REVISED-Special SAWDB Executive Committee Meeting Agenda - April 20, 2026
The meeting originally scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026, has been rescheduled for Monday, April 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., and will be held at America's Job Center in Las Cruces. Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board Special Executive Committee Meeting Agenda America's Job Center 226 S. Alameda Blvd. Las Cruces, NM 88005 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 857 5928 6321 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to: https://us02w
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REVISED-Special SAWDB Executive Committee Meeting Public Notice - April 20, 2026
The meeting originally scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026, has been rescheduled for Monday, April 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., and will be held at America's Job Center in Las Cruces. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF SPECIAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING SOUTHWESTERN AREA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD The Executive Committee for The Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board will meet on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. (MDT) at America's Job Center 226 S. Alameda Blvd. Las Cruces
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AJC Staff Training Closure in the Southwestern Area-April 16, 2026
America's Job Center offices in the Southwestern Area will be closed all day on Thursday, April 16, 2026, for staff training.
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SAWDB Youth and Young Adult Committee Meeting Public Notice - April 21, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT COMMITTEE MEETING SOUTHWESTERN AREA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD The Youth and Young Adult Committee for The Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board will meet on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (MDT) at Mesilla Town Hall 2231 Avenida de Mesilla Mesilla, NM 88046 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 830 5808 8015 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/
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April 3, 2026, Early Closure
America's Job Center New Mexico will close at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, April 3, 2026. Visit our website to connect with your nearest America's Job Center: www.EmployNM.com/offices
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Monthly Employer In-Office Networking Events in Las Cruces
Visit America's Job Center in Las Cruces for Monthly Employer In-Office Networking Events. JOB SEEKERS: Meet local employers, learn about their companies, workplace culture, and why they’re great places to work. Discover opportunities that may be a perfect fit — and find out how to apply. Visit this page frequently! As employers register for these monthly events, they and their job openings will be listed below. Some employers may conduct on-site interviews. Are you prepared?
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Joint Meeting of the Region IV, CEOs & SAWDB - Agenda - March 26, 2026
Joint Meeting of the Region IV, Chief Elected Officials and the Southwestern Area Workforce Development Board Joint Meeting Agenda Grant County Veterans Memorial Business & Conference Center 3031 Highway 180 East Silver City, NM 88062 To join the meeting by phone, dial (346) 248-7799, then enter Meeting ID: 860 8272 8829 To join the meeting online via Zoom, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86082728829 Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (MDT) Commissioner Chris Ponce—CEO
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Labor Relations Training Series for Employers - April 2026
The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (DWS) Labor Relations Division is offering a Labor Relations Training Series for employers across the region. These sessions are designed to provide practical information on key workplace topics and help businesses better understand their responsibilities under state and federal labor laws. Topics covered during the training may include: Wage and hour requirements Employee rights and workplace discrimination Employment of minor
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Apprenticeship 101 for Employers - Event in Anthony, NM - April 29, 2026
America’s Job Center New Mexico, in partnership with Doña Ana Community College, invites employers to attend Apprenticeship 101 for Employers on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in Anthony, NM. This FREE informational session will provide an overview of Registered Apprenticeships, including benefits for employers, program requirements, and how to get started. Event Details Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Location: Doña Ana Community College – Gadsden Center, 1700 O’Hara Road, Antho
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